As food and beverage processing plants are increasingly moving to automation and advanced manufacturing practices, including “lean” and “quick response” systems, there is less and less slack in the system for schedule slippage and downtime. Plants need to be ready to operate whenever production requires. How can process plant maintenance meet the challenge of today’s…
Read MoreIt’s no secret that the legalization of recreational and medical marijuana is a hot topic in the United States right now. As of 2019, 10 states have legalized the use of recreational cannabis, while 33 states have legalized it for medicinal uses. In 2017, there were 1,736 marijuana dispensaries scattered across the US, with more…
Read MoreIf you work in the food processing industry, you know how important it is to adhere to proper United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards in your facility. From machinery maintenance to employee attire, strict guidelines need to be followed in order to comply with USDA regulations. While you may not often think about it,…
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